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PCC welcomes partnership action to bring communities relief from ASB

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has welcomed the impact of extra visibility patrols and partnership initiatives in driving down anti-social behaviour as she held the force to account on its performance. In her latest Public Assurance Meeting, the Derbyshire PCC considered a report detailing the key achievements and actions being taken by the force to meet her Police and Crime Plan priority ‘Anti-Social Behaviour and Community Safety’. The aim of the meetings, which are held six times a year, […]

14 January 2026 1

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Two arrested after teenager assaulted at house in Cotmanhay

Local Police Officers have been called out following the receipt of reports that two people had entered a house in Muskham Avenue, Cotmanhay, armed with a knife. The incident, at around 8:30pm on 13th January led to a teenaged boy suffering a stab injury. He was taken to hospital but it is understood that he will make a full physical recovery. A second man in his 20s suffered a minor slash wound from a knife on his hand. He is […]

14 January 2026 4

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Strengthening action on food insecurity with new funding boost

Food banks and community pantries across the county will receive additional funding to help support vulnerable residents and provide food to those who need it the most. Derbyshire County Council is set to strengthen its response to food insecurity across the county with a new £100,000 funding package aimed at supporting residents most in need. Access to affordable, nutritious food plays a vital role in physical health, mental wellbeing, and people’s ability to cope with changes in their circumstances. Derbyshire […]

14 January 2026 2

An image of where the bridge will be located. (Credit: EBC)

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New bridge is a big deal

Work has started to build a bridge over the Erewash Canal in Long Eaton which will be a vital link for residents of the town. The Britannia Mills bridge, which is near Bennett Street, is one of the Government funded Long Eaton Town Deal projects. It will link, via a traffic free route, the canal towpath to the Canal Street district of the town. Construction work is being carried out by Stepnell, the same company who are replacing the dilapidated […]

13 January 2026 11

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Immigration Enforcement raids reported to be at the highest level in British history

Latest figures reveal the number of raids have soared by 77% in the UK since the government came into power, leading to an 83% rise in arrests (July 2024 to end of December 2025). Over 17,400 raids were made to dodgy businesses - such as nail bars, car washes, barbers and takeaway shops - targeting those attempting to undercut honest workers and hide in plain sight. The major uplift, which led to more than 12,300 arrests, was made possible by […]

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Tony Beardsley out walking with the Erewash Ramblers (Credit)

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Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

A group of walkers in Erewash is seeing 2026 in with a change to its membership after a long standing member decided to step down. Tony Beardsley was an original member of the Erewash Ramblers Committee, starting out as Programme Secretary and then becoming Chairman. The organisation was formed in 1981 and is part of the Derbyshire Area of Ramblers. However, after 45 years on the Committee, Tony has decided to step down. A statement issued on behalf of the […]

13 January 2026 17

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Two borough sites listed as county council invests £4.5m in Derbyshire schools

Two schools in Erewash have been included in a list of schools across Derbyshire which are set to receive a share of £4.5m towards the cost of creating more space and making the learning environment better for students. A total of 18 schools will receive a cash injection from Derbyshire County Council towards on-going or new projects to modernise or expand following decisions made by Cabinet. Councillors agreed to allocate £3.1m from the Children’s Services Capital Budget to 10 schools […]

12 January 2026 25

Erewash Borough Council headquarters in Long Eaton. Photo by Eddie Bisknell.

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Growing plans for Erewash’s future

Erewash Borough Council will consider how to improve biodiversity and local energy at a Council Executive meeting on 13th January. A draft Biodiversity Report will be presented. Residents can expect updates every 5 years from this report about how the council could conserve and enhance biodiversity. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plant and animal life in a habitat – the higher this is, the better! A healthier more diverse habitat means better water and air quality, better soil nutrients, […]

12 January 2026 21

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Derbyshire steps up winter support to keep residents warm, safe and supported

Derbyshire County Council is set to invest an additional £155,000 this winter to help residents stay warm, reduce homelessness and support communities facing rising living costs. The funding will strengthen three vital county-wide initiatives tackling fuel poverty, homelessness and winter pressures on health and wellbeing. Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Health and Communities Councillor Dawn Abbott said: “Fuel poverty, homelessness and cold homes are closely linked to poor health and inequality. “This additional funding will help communities stay resilient, […]

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PCC welcomes partnership action to bring communities relief from ASB

Two arrested after teenager assaulted at house in Cotmanhay

Strengthening action on food insecurity with new funding boost

New bridge is a big deal

Immigration Enforcement raids reported to be at the highest level in British history

Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

Two borough sites listed as county council invests £4.5m in Derbyshire schools

Growing plans for Erewash’s future

Derbyshire steps up winter support to keep residents warm, safe and supported

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